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American Institute for Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) release
AIAA Announces New Executive Director

AIAA President Mike Griffin, with the advice and consent of the AIAA Board of Directors, has appointed Dr. Sandra H. Magnus to be the next AIAA Executive Director, effective 22 October 2012.

"We are pleased to announce that after an extensive search with many fine candidates, Sandy was chosen to lead AIAA in this time of critical evolution of the organization and the aerospace industry," said Griffin. "Her stellar accomplishments at NASA, as well as earlier experience at McDonnell Douglas, will greatly benefit all AIAA members. Indeed, through her extensive public outreach as a NASA astronaut, she has in a sense been working on the future of AIAA for many years, inspiring the next generation to pursue a science, math or engineering career. I've worked with Sandy, and know that she will bring her dedication, leadership and knowledge to AIAA to help us advance the aerospace profession."

Dr. Magnus will leave the NASA Astronaut Corps to join AIAA. Born and raised in Belleville, Illinois, she graduated from the University of Missouri-Rolla in 1986 with a degree in physics and in 1990 with a master's degree in electrical engineering, and holds a Ph.D. in materials science and engineering from Georgia Tech (1996).

Dr. Magnus flew in space on the STS-112 shuttle mission in 2002, and on the final shuttle flight, STS-135, last year. In addition, she flew to the International Space Station on STS-126 in November 2008, served as Flight Engineer and Science Officer on Expedition 18, and returned home on STS-119 after four and a half months. Following her assignment on Station she served at NASA Headquarters in the Exploration Systems Mission Directorate. Her last duty at NASA, after STS-135, was as the Deputy Chief of the Astronaut Office. Before joining NASA in 1996 she worked at McDonnell Douglas Aircraft on military aircraft programs.

Dr. Magnus succeeds Maj. Gen. Robert S. Dickman, U.S. Air Force (retired) as AIAA executive director. "Bob has been an exemplary leader during his eight year tenure as executive director. We wish him well in his retirement and thank him for his dedicated service to AIAA," Griffin said.

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NASA release
NASA Astronaut Sandra Magnus Leaves Agency

NASA astronaut Sandra Magnus has left the agency, ending a career that included more than 157 days in space, including 12 days in orbit on STS-135, the capstone mission of the Space Shuttle Program.

A veteran of four space shuttle flights, Magnus also was a flight engineer during Expedition 18, spending four and a half months on the International Space Station, where she completed experiments and other work vital to the health of the orbiting laboratory complex.

“Sandy's leadership within the astronaut office will be deeply missed. She’s been an outspoken advocate for the International Space Station and for our office,” said Bob Behnken, chief of the Astronaut Office at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. “Her technical knowledge and critical thinking will be very hard to replace.”

Magnus earned both bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Missouri – Rolla. Magnus also earned a doctorate from the Georgia Institute of Technology.

Magnus filled many roles during her NASA career including working at NASA Headquarters in Washington, DC in the Exploration Systems Mission Directorate and finally as the deputy chief of the Astronaut Office. Magnus’ last day was Oct. 19.

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Sandra Magnus is now the Deputy Director for Engineering within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering at the U.S. Department of Defense.
Dr. Sandra H. "Sandy" Magnus is the Deputy Director for Engineering within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering. She serves as the DoD's Chief Engineer for Advanced Capabilities. In this role, she is the lead for engineering policy, practice, and the DoD engineering workforce, as well as digital engineering and systems of systems engineering initiatives. She leads mission integration management, independent technical risk assessments, and program planning and execution.

Formerly the Principal of AstroPlanetview, LLC, Dr. Magnus is also the former Executive Director of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), the world's largest technical society dedicated to the global aerospace profession.

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Georgia Tech release
Georgia Tech Welcomes Sandy Magnus

Beginning April 1, 2021, Sandra "Sandy" Magnus joins Georgia Tech's faculty as a professor of the practice. In her new role, she will have a joint appointment between the Daniel Guggenheim School of Aerospace Engineering, the School of Materials Science and Engineering, and the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs.

Her position will primarily focus on research advocacy, leadership and mentorship to students, as well as offering guidance to faculty related to issues in aerospace engineering.

"The School is extremely pleased to welcome Dr. Magnus to our faculty. She brings incredible experience and knowledge in aerospace and defense which will be valuable to our students and faculty," said Mark Costello, chair of the Daniel Guggenheim School of Aerospace Engineering. "Our students will have a unique opportunity to not only be taught by a former NASA astronaut, but to also have the opportunity for one-on-one mentorship with her as she also joins the AE School's Mentor in Residence program."

Magnus was selected to the NASA Astronaut Corps in April 1996. She flew in space on the STS-112 shuttle mission in 2002, and on the final shuttle flight, STS-135, in 2011. In addition, she flew to the International Space Station on STS-126 in November 2008, served as flight engineer and science officer on Expedition 18, and returned home on STS-119 after four and a half months on board. Following her assignment on Station, she served at NASA Headquarters in the Exploration Systems Mission Directorate. Her last duty at NASA, after STS-135, was as the deputy chief of the Astronaut Office.

"We are beyond excited to have Dr. Magnus join the College given her deep domain expertise in aerospace engineering and on-the-ground NASA experience," said Raheem Beyah, dean and Southern Company chair of the College of Engineering. "I know she will serve as an inspiration to both our current and prospective students who dream of becoming astronauts one day."

Before joining NASA, Magnus worked for McDonnell Douglas Aircraft Company from 1986 to 1991, as a stealth engineer where she worked on internal research and development and on the Navy's A-12 Attack Aircraft program, studying the effectiveness of radar signature reduction techniques.

Magnus is currently the Principal at the consulting firm, AstroPlanetview LLC. She has received numerous awards, including the NASA Space Flight Medal, the NASA Distinguished Service Medal, the NASA Exceptional Service Medal, and the 40 at 40 Award (given to former collegiate women athletes to recognize the impact of Title IX).

Magnus received her Ph.D. from Georgia Tech's School of Materials Science and Engineering in 1996. Prior to receiving her doctorate degree, she earned a degree in physics and a master's degree in electrical engineering from Missouri University of Science and Technology.

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